Marrakech City Tour: Explore Ancient City Walls, Palaces, and Majorelle Garden
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458 Ratings
Marrakech
Embark on a personalized Marrakech city tour and explore ancient city walls, iconic palaces, and the beautiful Majorelle Garden. Discover the vibrant Old Medina and its famous Djemaa El Fna square and Souks. Your expert guide and driver will ensure a memorable experience.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Jardin Majorelle - You will start your door to door tour with a visit of the prestigious Majorelle garden, a calming retreat near, and yet so far from the bustling city, sheltered from time by high earthen walls. You will explore its intriguing history , learn about its French-influenced architecture and connection to the iconic French designer Yves Saint Laurent and the famous painter/botanist Jacques Majorelle, amble along shady lanes, discover exotic plants of dreamy origin, walk past refreshing, burbling streams and pools filled with water lilies and lotus flowers.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Multilingual driver
  • Air-conditioned minivan
  • Certified local tour guide (option)
  • Old Medina and Souks tour (option)
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to Saadian Royal tombs: US$7 per person
  • Tickets to Bahia palace: US$7 per person
  • Tickets to Jardin Majorelle: US$15 per person
  • Tickets to YSL Musuem: US$13 per person
  • Tickets to Medersa Ben Youssef: US$5 per person
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in Marrakech on this custom designed city tour. Traverse the ancient city walls, marvel at the grand palaces with their distinctive Moorish design, and explore the renowned Majorelle Garden with its French-style architecture and links to the French designer Yves Saint Laurent. Experience a traditional guided tour in the 9th century Old Medina replete with the popular Djemaa El Fna square and Souks - an outdoor theatre that never fails to captivate its audience. Your multi-lingual driver and skilled guide will be totally at your disposal to help you uncover the best of Marrakeck. You will be collected from your hotel in a state-of-the-art, air-conditioned minivan and returned after visiting each monument included in your Marrakech discovery tour.

  • Kindly note that the duration of the tour is: 5 hours for the Half-Day options and 8 hours for the Full-Day option
Location
Jardin Majorelle
Rue Yves Saint Laurent,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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379gavink
Apr 21, 2024
Highlights of Marrakesh with Mustapha - The tour was amazing. Our guide Mustapha and driver Mohammed was exceptional. We could customize our tour to our liking. The tour with our guide was excellent. He was very patient with our slow pace and informative about the surrounding area. Definitely a must do in Marrakesh.
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Shawn_r
Apr 20, 2024
**A Day of Enchantment in Marrakech with Hassan - From the outset, our Marrakech tour, guided by the incomparable Hassan, promised a mesmerizing journey through history and beauty, and it delivered beyond our wildest expectations. Starting with the Majorelle Garden, this oasis, with its vibrant blue accents and lush greenery, offered a serene escape from the hustle of the city. Hassan’s passion for Moroccan horticulture added a layer of depth to our visit that was both informative and engaging. His storytelling brought the garden's history to life, making our 45-minute tour seem fleeting. Our next destination, the Saadian Tombs, continued the narrative of Marrakech's grandeur. Nestled in the Royal Kasbah, these tombs were a profound testament to the city's rich history. Hassan's knowledge of the Saadian dynasty illuminated the intricate details of the architecture and the mosaic work, helping us appreciate the artistry and historical significance of the site during our 30-minute visit. The highlight of the tour was undoubtedly the Bahia Palace. Hassan adeptly navigated us through its vast halls and intimate courtyards, recounting tales of the palace’s former inhabitants that captivated our imaginations. Each room told a story of ambition and elegance, set against the backdrop of the late 19th century. Our hour here passed in the blink of an eye, filled with awe at every turn. Concluding our tour in the bustling Medina of Marrakesh, Hassan expertly guided us through the labyrinthine streets, pointing out hidden gems and explaining the intricate trade systems that have thrived for centuries. His ability to weave historical facts with current cultural practices offered a comprehensive view of Marrakech’s heartbeat. Though admission fees were not included, each site visited was worth the price for the richness of experience they provided. Hassan was not only a guide but also a storyteller, historian, and friend, making this tour a memorable journey through the heart of Marrakech. For anyone wishing to see the city’s most beautiful sites, do yourself a favor and book this tour with Hassan—his insight and charm will enrich your experience immeasurably.
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Sue_k
Apr 19, 2024
Excellent Marrakesh guided tour - A really excellent tour - so pleased we did it. Our tour guide -Aziz arrived to collect us a few minutes early and was so knowledgeable and friendly it was brilliant. We covered the main sites in Marrakesh and definitely came away knowing a lot more about the city. I would thoroughly recommend this tour to anyone.
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John_m
Apr 18, 2024
Creating amazing memories - 5 STAR experience from start to finish. We were collected from our hotel at the correct time and driven to the centre of Marrakech to meet up with our tour guide Aziz. He has an outstanding knowledge of the history of Marrakech. During the tour, we were never rushed and went at a great pace to visit everywhere described. To be honest, we will cherish our memories with many thanks to Aziz's tour. The driver was there at every point to transfer us to the various locations. I would 100% rate this experience and is a definite must do. John & Babs from Edinburgh, Scotland
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Maxime_m
Apr 18, 2024
Very good - Very good planning with our tour guide Ali. Very helpful , knowledgeable and patient. Having your own vehicle to dive around is also a plus. Very good vibe. I Will strongly recommend
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Marcel_w
Apr 15, 2024
Beautiful day around Marrakech - Aziz was an incredible guide! We learned so much about this beautiful city. The organization of the day along with the sites we visited were well put together. Couldn’t be happier
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D3053vcandreat
Apr 14, 2024
Historic Sites of Marrakech city tour - Excellent driver Mohammed who was friendly, informative and tailored the tour to where we wanted to go. The early start meant we were able to avoid the queues. Highly recommend this tour as Marrakech is such a busy place and it is difficult to find the major sites without a guide.
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Laurie_m
Apr 11, 2024
Wonderful tour of Marrakech - Wonderful tour of Marrakech with Aziz. He is very personable and knowledgeable and was a great guide for us. Highly recommended.
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Gary_f
Apr 21, 2024
Marrakech City Tour: Private Guided - **Marrakech City Tour: Private Guided** Our private guided tour of Marrakech with Hassan was a wonderful experience. Hassan, our guide, was warm, knowledgeable, and extremely patient as our 3-year-old son explored the sites at his own pace. He made the tour enjoyable by sharing interesting facts and stories about the city and its history. The sites we visited were Bahia Palace, Jardin Majorelle, Saadian Tombs, and the Souk Markets. Each site had its own unique charm and was well worth the visit. Hassan’s insights added depth to our experience, making each location more interesting and meaningful. Overall, the tour was enjoyable and informative, thanks to Hassan's excellent guidance. If you're looking for a personalized and relaxed way to explore Marrakech's iconic sites, this tour is a great choice.
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298gerdv
Apr 11, 2024
Indicate what you want. - My partner and I had a guide who spoke good English and there was also a driver. A lot was told about history. My tip is that you clearly indicate what you want. Our guide was someone who was willing to adapt without any problem.
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